Click here for Pear Care Guide Note: Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship pears to California. Pyrus communis x – Warren Pear Warren is an outstanding dessert pear known for its smooth, grit-free texture and rich, buttery flavor. The medium to large, long-necked fruits have pale green skin, occasionally blushed with red. Excellent for fresh eating and a good keeper. Highly resistant to fire blight, this variety has become a favorite in home orchards. It was discovered by T.O. Warren of Hattiesburg, MS, who found the tree at a USDA test plot near his home. Believed to be a seedling from USDA breeder Dr. Magness’ work in Beltsville, MD, the Warren pear shares its lineage with the Magness pear and has similar disease resistance and fruit quality. Warren blooms mid- to late-season and is typically harvested in mid-September in central Virginia.Plant in 10' circles for a semi-dwarf tree. Estimated chilling requirement: 600 hours below 45°FUSDA Zones: 5–9Pollination: Self-fertile Plant Characteristics Pest Resistance: Good Disease Resistance: Very Good Drought Tolerance: Fair Heat Tolerance: Excellent Humidity Tolerance: Excellent Sun Tolerance: Excellent Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor Shade Tolerance: Fair No Spray: Good Salt Tolerance: Fair Fresh for Kids: Excellent Deer Resistance: Poor Thorns: No Plant Type: Tree Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Fruit Self Fertile: Yes All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. We welcome your experiences and feedback!
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